Kelty Kids Backpack

Get your child outdoors with a Kelty Kids backpack that features the same high quality and comfort of regular backpacks. Built in medium sizes for younger kids with shorter torso lengths for a better overall fit, these packs for hikers going from junior to adult sizes.

These external and internal frame Kelty packs are durable and long lasting for years of active wear. The benefits of getting your kids started early in hiking activities is to instill a passion for the environment and encourage family outings.

Start your kid's outdoor adventures with a popular Kelty Kids backpack.

Kelty Kids Backpack Selections

Kelty Yukon 2900
(External Frame, Hiking - 2900ci/48L)

Falling between junior and adult sizes, the Yukon 2900 helps young hikers make the transition as teen bodies grow into larger sizes. With a range of adjustable torso lengths, this pack has a simple design and comfort level that suits everyone from scouts to students. Even adults with short torsos wear this pack.
Kelty Yukon 2900

With enough capacity for day hikes and overnight camping, there is a large front pocket, a sleeping bag compartment and mesh water bottle pockets.

A ventilated back panel, padded waistbelt and foam-filled shoulder straps provide cool, cushioned comfort. To keep the pack load balanced, belt stabilizers combine with an adjustable chest strap for on the trail changes.

Hikers praised the convenience of all the pockets and the easy ability to lash gear, like ground pads, to the frame. The aluminum external frame allows more airflow to keep the sweat off your pack and adjusts well to keep weight on your hips.

And with such good storage on the outside, hikers are not forced to buy compact gear necessary for some internal frame packs.

Colors available: Woods Green

A perfect pack for teens to carry the load in comfort and for easy adjustments over the years.

Kelty Jr. Tioga
(External Frame, Hiking - 2050ci/34L)

Made for pre-teens getting their first taste of carrying their own gear, the Jr. Tioga gives your child a chance to grow in many ways. The adjustable H-frame allows for growth spurts and a sense of independence may kick in as well.

Comfort for little explorers is just as important, so the pack only allows enough capacity to carry the essentials and is supported by a fully-padded waistbelt and shoulder straps.
Kelty Jr Tioga

To fend off heat, the Jr. Tioga includes a breathable back panel and hydration system to keep things cool inside and out.

Parents just need to spend some time adjusting and keeping an eye on the hipbelt and sternum strap to find the best positions during a hike. With a wide range of adjustable torso sizes, the pack fits small sizes well and lasts for years.

Among the complaints by young hikers, the external frame tends to hit the child's head when standing fully upright. This may be due to improper fitting, so be aware to make changes or ask about bending the frame back.

Colors available: Blood Red

A good starter pack that keeps young hikers comfortable without allowing too big a load and durable for years.

Kelty Lynx 2200 ST
(Internal Frame, Hiking - 2200ci/36L)

An internal frame pack that holds enough gear for a young trekker's overnight outing, the Lynx let's kids hit the trail and help out with the load.
Kelty Lynx 2200 ST

The pack provides support by two aluminum stays and is held steady with belt stabilizers and a chest strap. For comfort, a padded waistbelt, shoulder straps and back panel ventilate to wick off moisture and load lifters help keep the weight of tender shoulders.

For thirsty hikers, there are two mesh water bottle pockets and a reservoir sleeve to place a water bladder with hydration ports built in. There are also lash tabs and loops to clip gear or stuffed animals onto the pack.

The biggest concern for parents is making sure that a child does not carry too much weight. Remember that a small child can only carry 10%-15% of their body weight and you need to factor in the weight of the bag itself.

Colors available: Blood Red

An internal frame option that provides comfort and value for money with years of use.

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